Lima and Surroundings
Founded in 1535, Lima is the capital of Peru, the City of Kings. Recently classified by UNESCO as a Cultural Heritage of Humanity, Lima is a clear example of the cultural diversity found in Peru.
Located on the Pacific central South American coast, Lima is Peru's principal port of entry and exit. It has excellent hotels, restaurants and shops throughout the city to provide visitors with all creature comforts.
The main tourist attractions are:
City Tour
Starting with the main square, Plaza de Armas (1537), we find the Cathedral and other architectural jewels such as the Archbishop's Palace, Government Palace, the House of the Oidor, Municipal Palace, Torre Tagle Palace, etc. Afterwards we take a tour through modern Lima, ending up at the "Parque del Amor" in Miraflores, that lies on a cliff overlooking the Pacific Ocean.
Pachacamac Ruins
Located 31 kilometers South of Lima high over the Pacific ocean, there are pre-Inca adobe ruins are of a moon worshipping civilization. When the Incas arrived they respected the conquerors' religion and in turn built temples to both the Sun and Moon. There is a beautiful view of Lurin valley and the Pacific Ocean.
Museum of Archaeology
Here you will admire the mastery of skull trepanning carried out with the most simple instruments in ancient times. You will appreciate the didactic and chronological evidence of all the many cults Peru has had over the years, outstanding being the collections from the Chavin, Nazca, Paracas, Mochica, Chimu, Huari and Inca civilizations.
The National Museum
Here you can appreciate, in chronological order, the different civilizations that gave rise to the Inca Empire. There is also a replica of the Lord of Sipan's tomb, considered as the most important archaeological discovery in the world over the last ten years.
Height: Sea level
Climate: Warm from November to April. Cool and damp from May to September
Temperature: 60-76oF. - 15-25oC. approximately.
Rainy Season: Slight drizzle from June to October